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Night Owl BWNIP2 Series User Manual

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USER'S MANUAL
BWNIP2 SERIES
FW VERSION WNIP2-20200918
24/7
SUPPORT
www.NightOwlSP.com
English
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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL BWNIP2 SERIES FW VERSION WNIP2-20200918 24/7 SUPPORT www.NightOwlSP.com English Español / Français...
  • Page 2 • WNIP-2LTA-BS • WNIP-2LTA-BS-U • BWNIP-2TA-BS • DB-WNIP2-SU BWNIP2 series cameras and Wi-Fi NVR are specific to the BWNIP2 and WNIP2 series and are not backward compatible with other Night Owl Wi-Fi products. Not all features and capabilities are shared ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Status Light Key .............9 9.2.2(d) Manual Edit ............38 Chapter 1: Connecting Your System ........10 9.2.3 Channel OSD ............39 Chapter 2: Downloading Night Owl Protect ......11 9.2.3(a) Image Settings ...........39 Chapter 3: Startup Wizard ..........12 3.1 Connected to the Internet ........12 9.2.4 Video Quality ............40...

  • Page 4: Fcc Warnings

    FCC Warnings This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Compliance Statement These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against frequency interference in residential installation.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions USE THE PROVIDED POWER ADAPTER. Do not use this product with a power source that applies more than the specified voltage. NEVER INSERT METAL INTO THE Wi-Fi NVR CASE OR ITS OPENINGS. Inserting metal into the Wi-Fi NVR case may cause electric shock. DO NOT OPERATE IN WET OR DUSTY AREAS.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Items Not Included NOTE: A TV or Monitor with a minimum 1080p HD resolution and an HDMI input is required for the initial setup. Use all of the included Wi-Fi NVR Night Owl accessories. Third-party Mouse Antenna RESET LAN1 LAN2 LAN3 LAN4 accessories may not work correctly.

  • Page 7: Wi-Fi Nvr Diagram

    Wi-Fi NVR Diagram FRONT VIEW REAR VIEW Images used are for reference only. Your product may vary slightly depending on your model number. HDMI Port – Connects the Wi-Fi NVR to a TV or Monitor using an HDMI cable. RJ-45 (Ethernet) Port – Used to connect the Wi-Fi NVR to your modem/router for remote viewing. Please note that your Wi-Fi NVR comes with built-in Wi-Fi for the cameras to transmit to the Wi-Fi NVR.

  • Page 8: Mouse Diagram

    Mouse Diagram MOUSE Live Viewing: Double-click the left button on any camera view in split-screen mode to bring it to full screen display. Double-click again to return to split-screen mode. Right-click to show the Tool Bar at the bottom of the screen. Left click on the Tool Bar or Menu to access the device’s features. In Setup: Left-click to make a selection.

  • Page 9: Camera Diagram

    Camera Diagram CAMERA Reset Button Battery Cartridge USB Charging Port Housing Release Button Connect and pair all cameras locally before final placement to ensure that all components function properly. Status Light Key Green LED flashing rapidly Red LED flashing rapidly Camera is in pairing mode/ Camera is pairing to a device Firmware is being upgraded Green LED flashing slowly...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1: Connecting Your System

    Chapter 1: Connecting Your System HDMI Place the Wi-Fi NVR in a central location. The Connect the two included antennas to your Wi-Fi NVR. Plug one end of the included HDMI cable into the Wi-Fi NVR must be within the range of all the This will ensure you achieve the maximum wireless HDMI port on the back of the Wi-Fi NVR.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Downloading Night Owl Protect

    Chapter 2: Downloading Night Owl Protect If you're a First Time User, download Night Owl Protect from the App Store or Google Play Store onto your Smart Device. If you already have an account skip to Step 3a. Create and verify your Night Owl Protect account. Use the Night Owl Protect login credentials to log into the Wi-Fi NVR in Step 3.1a.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3: Startup Wizard

    Owl Protect App credentials created in Step 2. NOTE: The Wi-Fi NVR is automatically added to the Night Owl Protect App when you log in using your Night Owl Protect credentials. Follow the onscreen steps to pair the cameras to the Wi-Fi NVR.

  • Page 13: Don't Want To Connect To The Internet

    3.2 I Don’t Want to Connect the Wi-Fi NVR to the Internet Night Owl Strongly Recommends connecting the Wi-Fi NVR to the Internet. If you have decided not to connect: • You must manually update the device’s firmware to the latest version to receive Technical Phone Support.

  • Page 14: Chapter 4: Pairing A Replacement Wire Free Camera

    Pairing a Replacement Wire Free Camera Chapter 4: If you want to replace a camera, the replacement camera needs to be paired with the Wi-Fi NVR. The Wi-Fi NVR has an independent built-in Wi-Fi network for secure, uninterrupted video transmission and recording.
  • Page 15 When powered on, the cameras enter pairing mode. If a camera isn't in pairing mode, press and hold the reset button until you hear a voice prompt say the camera is resetting. NOTE: Pair your camera(s) within 3 feet from the Wi-Fi NVR. After 3 minutes have passed or after hearing the camera beep, click on Wireless Add located on the Add Camera...

  • Page 16: Chapter 5: Mounting The Cameras

    Chapter 5: Mounting the Cameras to ensure that all components function properly. Camera distance from Wi-Fi NVR. Your wire free cameras will reach up to 300 ft. wirelessly. Therefore, proper placement of the Wi-Fi NVR in your home will help ensure you achieve maximum coverage. Do NOT place near high voltage wires or other sources of electrical interference.
  • Page 17 The mounting surface must hold at least four times the camera’s total weight. Mounting PIR Cameras When mounting your cameras, Night Owl strongly recommends placing them at least 7 ft. above the ground and angling them slightly down. Additionally, the infrared sensor works best for 'side-to-side' movement across the cameras field of view instead of directly to or away from the camera.
  • Page 18 Follow these instructions to correctly install your cameras. NOTE: Do not point the cameras directly into sunlight. Locate a camera and choose a location where you would like to mount the camera. Indicate screw positions by marking three holes on the surface where you plan to mount the camera, using the holes in the camera base as a guide.

  • Page 19: Chapter 6: Live View

    Chapter 6: Live View This section will discuss the Live View status icons and how to control and manage your Wi-Fi NVR using the channel toolbar and mouse menu. 6.1 Live View (All Channels) After you have completed the Startup Wizard for your Wi-Fi NVR, you will see the Live View screen. Live View is the default display mode of the Wi-Fi NVR.

  • Page 20: Right-Click Menu

    6.2 Right-Click Menu Right click the mouse on the Live View screen to bring up the Tool Bar. Menu: Opens the Main Menu. Lock: Locks the system (log out), making it necessary to enter the password to access any menus. Startup Wizard: Launches the Startup Wizard.

  • Page 21: Login/Forget Password

    Click "Forget Password" for steps to reset your account's password. 6.4 Forget Password: Recorder is Online Open the Night Owl Protect App and reset the password by clicking on "Forget Password" and following the onscreen instructions. Use the new password to log into your device.

  • Page 22: Chapter 7: Video Playback

    Chapter 7: Video Playback 7.1 Video Playback Video Image: Shows an image of the cameras that have video for the search parameters entered. Calendar: Allows you to search by date. Camera: Allows you to search certain cameras. Motion/Continuous: Allows you to search by Doorbell Ring, Face, Human, Motion and Continuous recordings. Search: Activates the search based on the criteria established above and shows the recordings found on the table below.

  • Page 23: Playback A Video Recording

    7.2 Playback a Video Recording Right click on the Live View screen to bring up the Tool Bar. Left click to access the Playback panel. Follow the steps below to watch a Playback: Use the CALENDAR to select the time range and date you want to filter. Dates with video recordings are highlighted in green.

  • Page 24: Chapter 8: Backup And Export Videos

    Chapter 8: Backup and Export Videos Backup your recordings on a USB Flash Drive or External HDD. Before inserting a USB Flash Drive or connecting an External HDD to the Wi-Fi NVR, it must be formatted to FAT32/ExFat WARNING: Formatting erases ALL data on the USB or HDD DO NOT connect the Wi-Fi NVR’s hard disk drive to your PC or Mac! NOTE: 8.1 Formatting a USB Flash Drive and External HDD...

  • Page 25: Formatting For Mac Os

    Locate “Format” on the dropdown list and click it. The Format Menu opens. In the “File System” field select FAT32 and click “Start.” Don’t unplug the Flash Drive or external HDD until formatting is complete. 8.1.2 Formatting for Mac OS Plug the USB Flash Drive or connect the extenal HDD into your Mac.
  • Page 26 Click the USB Flash Drive or external HDD in the sidebar in Disk Utility. Click “Erase” in the Disk Utility Toolbar. Create a name and click on the Format dropdown menu and choose either MS-DOS (FAT32) or ExFAT. Click “Erase.”...

  • Page 27: Video Backup

    8.2 Video Backup Right click on the Live View screen to bring up the Tool Bar. Left click to access the Playback panel. Left click to open the Backup Menu. Follow the steps below to backup video. NOTE: You can play the videos in the default media players for MacOS and Windows. Use the CALENDAR to select the time range and date you want to filter.
  • Page 28 Select the CAMERA channel(s) to copy. Click the CALENDAR icon to select the time range and date you want to copy. Apply Recording Mode filters (Doorbell ring, Face, Human, Motion, or Continuous) and click "Search.” Select the recording you want to backup. Click BACKUP to save the data on a USB Flash Drive or external HDD (USB DEVICE).

  • Page 29: Chapter 9: Menus And Settings

    Chapter 9: Menus and Settings Some menu screens will allow you to copy similar settings to multiple channels. Choose the channel you would like to copy information from in the first drop-down box (Copy), then select the channel you would like to copy the information to from the second drop-down box (To).
  • Page 30 Menu The main menu lets you access many of your Wi-Fi NVR’s great features. You can customize camera names, keep track of recent events, create recording schedules, configure advanced motion detection settings, check up on the hard drive’s condition and change other settings. General: Allows you to access and manage the settings for Network, DDNS, and Time Setup.

  • Page 31: General Menu

    9.1 General Menu The general menu will allow you to access display and network settings for your Wi-Fi NVR system. ADVANCED 9.1.1 Network Find network values and optimize connectivity based on your Internet connection. In most cases the values should populate automatically once your Wi-Fi NVR is connected to the Internet. The values in this section should only be adjusted if you are an advanced user and have extensive experience in device networking.

  • Page 32: Ddns

    9.1.2 DDNS DDNS Function: Enable or disable the usage of the DDNS service on the Wi-Fi NVR. DDNS Provider: Set to the NightowlNVR server when using the Night Owl free domain name server. (Default and only option). URL: Set to the URL name you created when registering your DDNS.

  • Page 33: Time Setup

    9.1.3 Time Setup Date Format: Choose the display format for the date. You can select Month/Day/Year, Year/Month/Day or Day/Month/Year. Time Zone: Select the correct time zone for your location. Sync Time: Enables or Disables NTP (Network Time Protocol) services. Time Format: Select either a 12Hour or 24Hour format. Daylight Savings Time: Configure daylight savings time by selecting Setup.

  • Page 34: Camera Menu

    9.2 Camera Menu Adjust or modify individual camera settings connected to your Wi-Fi NVR. 9.2.1 Status Table: Table shows the cameras connected to the Wi-Fi NVR, the resolution of the main or sub stream video, the maximum speed at which that stream will be transmitted and the firmware version of the camera. Refresh: Refreshes the information in the table.

  • Page 35: Add Camera

    9.2.2 Add Camera Protocol: Establishes the protocol used by the Wi-Fi NVR when it is looking for cameras to pair with. Table 1: Shows the cameras available to pair with the Wi-Fi NVR. Table 2: Shows the cameras already paired to the Wi-Fi NVR. Wireless Add: Initiates the discovering and pairing process for available wire free cameras.

  • Page 36: A) Edit

    9.2.2 (a) Edit Protocol: Shows the protocol of the camera. IP Address: Network address of the connected camera. MAC Address: The unique identifier assigned to the network interface of the camera for communications at the data link layer. Port: Allows access to your camera with your computer through your LAN or the Internet. The default value is 80.

  • Page 37: B) Wireless Add

    9.2.2 (b) Wireless Add Connected Cameras: Shows the number of cameras paired to the Wi-Fi NVR. Camera Table: Shows the IP Address and MAC Address of all the cameras already paired to the Wi-Fi NVR. Exit: Returns you to the Add Camera submenu. 9.2.2 (c) Advance Automatic Bitrate: Bitrate speed is automatically configured based on the compression algorithm.

  • Page 38: D) Manual Edit

    9.2.2 (d) Manual Edit Camera: Select the camera you want to edit. Protocol: Shows the protocol of the selected camera. Private (Night Owl), ONVIF (Standard). IP Address: Network address of the connected camera. Port: Allows access to your camera with your computer through your LAN or the Internet. The default value is 80.

  • Page 39: Channel Osd

    9.2.3 Channel OSD Camera: Allows you to select which camera to modify. Camera Name: Shows the current name and allows you to edit the name of the selected camera. Image Settings: Allows you to modify video image settings for the selected camera. Connect Quality: Select to Enable or Disable the signal quality identifier.

  • Page 40: Video Quality

    9.2.4 Video Quality Camera: Select a Camera to view. Encode Mode: Encoding occurs for the selected format, such as Video Only. Main Stream/Sub Stream: Sub stream values are set for an image with less bandwidth consumption (less resolution and limited rate). Bitrate Mode: Two modes are set;...

  • Page 41: Ipc Upgrade

    9.2.5 IPC Upgrade 9.2.5 IPC Upgrade Table: Shows the IP and firmware version of all connected cameras. Firmware From: Allows you to choose the source of the firmware upgrade (Network or USB). Network is preferred. Start: Begins the process of updating the firmware of the selected camera. Allow The Device To Downgrade: Click to enable or disable firmware downgrade option.

  • Page 42: Record

    9.3 Record The Record menu will allow access to the Record Settings and Export Recordings submenus. From these submenus, it will be possible to manage the settings for those categories. 9.2.5 IPC Upgrade 9.3.1 Event Settings Camera: Select the camera for which you want to adjust event settings. Record by event: Face Detection: Captures a person’s face up to 10 feet away from the camera.

  • Page 43: Status

    9.2.5 IPC Upgrade 9.3.2 Status Camera: Choose which camera to edit. Continuous: Enable continuous recording in the time diagram. Event: Enable motion recording in the time diagram. None: Disable the selection of both continuous and motion recordings. Copy To: Allows you to copy the configuration for one camera to another. Time Diagram: Shows a diagram (hours of the day x day of the week).

  • Page 44: Export Recordings

    9.3.3 Export Recordings Search and playback all recorded video from this menu. Choose your desired date and times from the options below, then click Play to view recorded video. Right-click to exit back to the menu screen. NOTE: Refer to page 23 for the steps to format a USB Flash Drive or External HDD. Camera: Select which camera(s) to search for recordings.

  • Page 45: Hard Drive

    9.4 Hard Drive Hard Disk List: List of all the hard drives, including their characteristics, installed on the Wi-Fi NVR. Overwrite: Old footage is automatically recorded over when the HDD becomes full. Overwrite is selected by default. Format: Reformats the HDD, erasing all stored recordings. If the HDD is malfunctioning, a reformat is recommended before replacement.

  • Page 46: System

    9.5 System The System menu allows access to the System Settings, including Wi-Fi NVR Wi-Fi Settings, User Management, Device Info, Log, and Camera Speed submenus. From these submenus, you can manage the settings for those categories of the Wi-Fi NVR. 9.5.1 System Settings Language: Choose between English, Spanish and French.

  • Page 47: Wi-Fi Setup

    9.5.2 Wi-Fi Setup ESSID: The Wi-Fi name of the Wi-Fi NVR. Connect Information: Lists all of the MAC addresses for connected cameras and their signal strength. WiFi Channel: Selector for Wi-Fi channel, in a 2.4 GHz bands, Wi-Fi can transmit between 1-11 channels. Auto Adapt Channel: Manually change the Wi-Fi channel.

  • Page 48: Device Info

    Support Web: Night Owl support site web address. QR Code: QR code that represents the UID number of the Wi-Fi NVR. You can scan this when performing a QR code setup to add this Wi-Fi NVR to the Night Owl Protect App.

  • Page 49: Log

    9.5.4 Log Event Type: Select the type of event log you would like to Search for. Each choice corresponds to an action or event that was triggered and noted within the system. From Time: The date and time to start the search. Till Time: The date and time to finish the search.

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    9.6 Maintenance The Maintenance menu will allow access to the Sys Maintenance, Firmware Update and Factory Default submenus. From these submenus, it will be possible to manage the settings for these categories. 9.6.1 Sys Maintenance Auto Reboot: Determine how often an auto reboot will occur. Schedule: Schedule the reboot frequency.

  • Page 51: Firmware Update

    9.6.2 Firmware Update Local Upgrade: Select to upgrade device from a USB device. Online Upgrade: Select to upgrade device from the network. 9.6.3 Factory Default Simple Restore: Factory restore the settings for both the network and user. Restore All: Restore all configuration, such as user, network, and cameras.

  • Page 52: Glossary

    Glossary DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating hostnames, address or other information like a URL on a given name server. DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a server to automatically assign a device and IP address. IP: Internet Protocol.

  • Page 53: Warranty

    Night Owl with the proof of purchase showing the product is still under warranty and was purchased from Night Owl directly or an Authorized Reseller and iii) return the Product to Night Owl. In its sole discretion, Night Owl will either repair or replace the Product at no additional cost to the Purchaser.
  • Page 54 Disclaimer Certain uses, publication and/or distribution of video/audio recordings from security cameras and/or audio devices are prohibited or restricted by federal, state and local laws. When enabling and/or using audio recording features with your hidden security camera, be sure to comply with the laws in your country, state and locality.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If a problem occurs, you may be able to easily correct it yourself. The following table describes some common issues and their most likely solutions. Please refer to the table before calling technical support. Error Possible Causes Solutions 1. Confirm that all cables are connected correctly.
  • Page 56 Error Possible Causes Solutions The image on the Wi-Fi NVR Right click in Live View and appears, but does not have Audio channels are disable. ensure Volume is enabled. sound. A “whirring” noise is coming The noise means the exhaust fan Fan is active.

  • Page 57: User Information

    User Information Be sure to write down all the important information below and place it in a secure location. General Wi-Fi NVR Information NOTE: Your Component Model Number can be found by accessing the System menu and Device Info submenu. Username: Password: Component Model Number:...
  • Page 58 NEED HELP? Why Call? Our Support Site Has it All! For system manuals, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, video tutorials and more: Please visit Support.NightOwlSP.com Enter the Series listed on the Product Support Sticker into the Search bar. Access the support material needed. www.NightOwlSP.com Rev 201008 iPhone, iPad, Mac and Mac OS X are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

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